Hi, my name is Jonathan McLinn. I am looking to actively participate in developing challenging technical solutions in an engaging team environment. I want to develop my skills through good communication and a willingness to learn.

I developed hardware and software tools for industry and research. My test procedure development and data collection & analysis have come in many forms including optical surface map error, optical heat transfer, vibration ring-down, and material property replication. This site is a collection of my background and interests. Please contact me at jonathan@mclinn.info to speak further about my interests and experiences.

OPTICAL POLISHING SIMULATOR

Inspired from my time in optical manufacturing R&D, I programmed a simulation alagorithm for modeling an ideal polishing system.

Flexible rules for cuztomization to specific polishing methods

Allows for output of final material removal map or video of material removal process

Could be used to determine polish error or optimize CNC polishing processes

DATA VISUALIZATION

During my time in graduate school I worked for Professor Hussein Aluie of the Turbulence and Complex Flow Group at the University of Rochester as a research assistant. With the immense amount of oceanographic data that needed to be analyzed for his research, I was in charge of developing a platform to help better visualize his data.

Built Python library with command line interface to map oceanographic data to researcher's specific needs

Improved on timing and customization options from existing libraries of Basemap and Matplotlib

Completed mapping capabilities of 2D and 3D representations, along with batch results for movie/video creation

MYWAVE

In an attempt to teach myself web design and backend programming, I began developing a web application to connect local music scenes in a more cohesive platform than currently exists. I learned a great deal discussing unmet needs with people directly involved in the growing music scene in Oklahoma City, OK, and I'm currently working alongside another developer on a comprehensive rebuild.

Created Flask back-end and front-end design of dynamic web app for live music information and interaction

Collaborated with local music venue owners, musicians, and music festival management to guide development

WEB DESIGN PROJECTS

I've developed multiple sites for both friends, clients, and my own projects. Many of these sites have been built on either completely custom made, or otherwise easy to use, CMS systems for easy updates and site maintenance.

OPTIMAX SYSTEMS

I worked as an R&D/Metrology Intern for the optics manufacturing company Optimax Systems, Inc. I was primarily in charge of two projects, directed by the lead optical engineer (now head of R&D). I also completed other short-term projects, including field testing a new spectrometer and several quality department tasks.

Advanced Calibration System

Compared performance vs. timing tradeoffs between currently used and new high accuracy calibration method

Since the 4th grade I have played the cello in various school and honors orchestras, most notably the Oklahoma All-State Orchestra, OSAI Summer Orchestra, and the University of Rochester Symphony Orchestra. I've studied privately with instructors from Oklahoma City University and Eastman School of Music.

I've also played in many small ensemble gigs, most of which as part of a cello and jazz guitar duo.